Articles by Lily Cichanowicz, M.A.

Synonyms for Sad | Meaning, Uses & Examples

Published on December 9, 2025 by Lily Cichanowicz, M.A.

Synonyms for sad refer to words that have a similar definition, but speak to a specific connotation or emphasis.

Synonyms for sad include:

• unhappy
• depressed
• pathetic

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What is a Summary? | Definition & Writing Tips

Published on June 26, 2024 by Lily Cichanowicz, M.A. Revised on March 8, 2026

A summary is a shortened version of a text that focuses on distilling the main points from the original.

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